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as in clothes
covering for the human body
those are some pretty fancy duds you're wearing
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as in things
transportable items that one owns
you have one hour to pack up your duds and clear out of here
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Recent Examples of duds
This is typically where chances are taken, outlandish designs come in, shirts that could be brilliant and beloved classics or could be complete duds.
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Nick Miller, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2025
But there are no true duds in the bunch.
—Alex Ross, New Yorker, 4 Aug. 2025
Nick Miller, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2025
But there are no true duds in the bunch.
—Alex Ross, New Yorker, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for duds
Noun
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If things do go long, Alcaraz will still back himself.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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But now, the King and the royal family have received very sad news that will change things going forward.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Then, there were some pictures that had great clothing, or a great emotional connection.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Sep. 2025
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Now, thrift stores and clothing markets from Bulgaria to the Czech Republic are groaning with castoffs.—
The Editors,
Robb Report,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This $8 set comes with four zippered pouches that can separate dirty, wet, or stinky shoes from the rest of your belongings.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Sep. 2025
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Set up familiar spaces – Arrange furniture and pet belongings in a similar way in the new home to make the transition less jarring.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The mother of three was styled by Elizabeth Stewart, and Roberts wore Phoebe Philo attire and jewelry by Tiffany & Co.—
Nicholas Rice,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Suited styling also came into play with Jolie’s attire.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Birthday or not, Lakshmi is known for strutting her stuff.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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And not because of my own past history with any kind of addictive stuff at all.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The 33,000 documents provided by the DOJ to Congress is just a fraction of the files the Department of Justice has in its possession.—
Meredith Deliso,
ABC News,
3 Sep. 2025
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Court records show that a majority of Stevenson's arrests are related to the unlawful possession of a firearm or narcotics.—
Chris Spargo,
People.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The outlet published exclusive photos of Moretz's blue Louis Vuitton dress, as well as a video from the couple's fittings.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Right on time, Target dropped a Fall Outfit Storefront filled with sweaters, dresses, shoes, and bags that make getting dressed easy.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
People.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The brand produces T-shirts, outerwear, technical bottoms, performance apparel, jiu-jitsu gear, footwear, accessories and more.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
2 Sep. 2025
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In 2009, the couple were among other celebs who invested in the Miami Dolphins and showed off their custom gear.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Duds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/duds. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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